Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen: Autobots/Decepticons

2024-11-11T17:30:46Z

AutobotMMX:

{{nav-rotf-game}}

{{videogame
|title=''Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen: Autobots/Decepticons''
|next=Transformers: Dark of the Moon: Autobots/Decepticons
|image=RotfDS Cover.jpeg
|caption=It only gets worse from here.
|developer=[[Vicarious Visions]]
|publisher=[[Activision]]
|date=[[June 23]], [[2009]]
|platform=[[Nintendo DS]]
|ratings=ESRB: E10+
}}

{{picsneeded|Covers, relevant screenshots}}
The '''Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen Autobots''' and '''Decepticons''' video games were developed by [[Vicarious Visions]] for [[Activision]], in conjunction with the ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (franchise)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' movie.

==Gameplay==

Like the [[Transformers Autobots/Decepticons|DS games]] produced to tie in with the [[Transformers (film)|first live-action ''Transformers'' movie]], the [[Nintendo DS]] incarnation of ''Revenge of the Fallen'' is divided into two separately-sold games, one for each of the two factions. The two games, however, are a lot less distinct from one another than the original movie games were: where those games featured unique levels and differing objectives, the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' games both feature the same basic goals, taking place over the same levels. Generally speaking, the games have little to actually ''do'' with the story of the film, simply depicting both factions hopping around the world, carrying out random acts of heroism or terrorism, occasionally visiting a significant location from the movie storyline ([[Shanghai]], the [[Laurentian Abyss]]) before things culminate in a big fight in [[Cairo]]. Players primarily control a new Autobot or Decepticon protoform for most of the game, with other named characters being used only during challenge missions. Each version also features one playable character with a flying alternate mode, used for dogfighting segments at specific points in the game.

The player's hub is a two-dimensional world map, from which they select the mission they wish to play. There are four main levels in the game (each located on a different continent), each containing three missions, three challenge missions, and one level closer. The player completes all of the missions in the level, then plays the challenge missions that are in the same location as the regular ones, except with a timed objective, usually to destroy the most enemies or collect the most energon. After completing all three missions and challenge missions in a level, the player is brought to the level closer, which takes place in a specific city (usually)in that continent. These usually end with a boss battle against one of the major characters in the game. Completing both the "mission" and "challenge" from each level earns the player a bronze medal; each completed level can then be re-entered at the player's discretion, and both the "mission" and the "challenge" can be replayed, this time with an additional handicap (such as completing the level with the player's stats halved, or accomplishing an objective within a certain time limit). Completing one earns the player a silver medal, and completing both and thereby finishing the entire level gains you a gold medal.

Sadly, the games discards the two most enjoyable aspects of the original movie games: large, free-roaming environments, and the ability to scan ambient vehicles and change alternate mode at will. At the beginning of the game, the player's protoform character is given the option to choose which of three vehicle forms it will adopt ("light," weak but fast; "medium", balanced speed and strength; and "heavy", strong but slow), and retains this form for the entire game. Replacing this gameplay mechanic is the "Medical Bay," a new system which allows players to heavily customize their character. When enemies die, they drop [[energon cube]]s, which the player can spend to upgrade their stats (strength, speed, durability, marksmanship, etc.). Additionally, each "mission" level includes several hidden bonus items, which, when found by the player, unlock new weapons and other items which provide various effects when equipped. For instance, a less powerful weapon may offer as a bonus "perfect aim", whereas a stronger gun may only be functional at short range. In addition to customary lasers and rockets, players will also get the chance to lob grenades and even wield a freeze-ray that immobilizes enemies. The other items players can acquire are "capacitors" and "nodes", which apply bonuses to player's stats; for example, boosting strength at the cost of speed. Two weapons and four capacitors and/or nodes can be equipped at once; several weapons and gadgets are only unlocked by playing the game online.

==Synopsis==
*'''Autobots Version'''
When the protoform of a new Autobot recruit lands on Earth, Optimus sends him to training by the caves and he kills his Decepticon counterpart in the process. He is sent to Europe by the Autobots to carry out a series of tasks. Meanwhile, in the Atlantic, Bumblebee and Breakaway team up to save an oil rig from destruction. The recruit is soon sent to Rome, where he helps a fellow Autobot (who resembles Inferno) to assist NEST forces and destroys Grindor. He is then sent to Asia, where he assists Ironhide. He is able to track down Sideways and kill him in Shanghai. However, both Grindor and Sideways makes some mention of a mysterious Transformer called The Fallen, which prompts Autobot investigation.

The recruit is sent to North America, where he ends up disabling a large number of bombs and generators. He is sent to New York City to investigate a strange signal. This turns out to be the ancient seeker, Jetfire, who knows all about the Fallen. He also talks about the history of the Transformers and the Matrix of Leadership, which the Fallen can use to power up the Star Harvester hidden in the Pyramids of Giza to consume Earth's sun in order to provide his race with Energon. The recruit relays this alarming news to the Autobots, only to hear that Megatron has been awakened by the other Decepticons.

The recruit heads to Egypt along with the other Autobots to stop their foes. As Devastator begins to uncover the harvester, Optimus and the Fallen have a showdown. Megatron slips away to activate the Harvester, but is followed by the recruit, who tracks Megatron through a sand-pit (with Scorponok hidden inside) and into a large structure. There, the recruit proves his skill and bravery by defeating Megatron.

*'''Decepticons Version'''
When a Decepticon recruit's protoform lands on Earth, Starscream sends him to training by the caves and he kills his Autobot counterpart in the process. He then goes on a series of missions in Europe under Starscream's orders. Meanwhile, Starscream and Grindor team up to destroy an oil rig in the Atlantic. The recruit is soon sent to Rome, where he destroys a large number of Autobots, including Bumblebee. However, upon return to the base, it is clear that the Fallen is displeased with Starscream's behavior and demands that the Allspark shard be found.

The recruit is sent to Asia, where he assists Grindor and Sideways in causing mass destruction. They are able to track down the location of the remaining Allspark shards and, despite Starscream's disapproval, revive Megatron. He is then sent to North America. While in New York City, he comes across Ironhide, who is attempting to escape with the old seeker Jetfire. The recruit destroys him and extracts the information he needs from Jetfire, despite the old Transformer's resistance.

The Decepticons travel to Egypt to recover the Matrix of Leadership so they can activate the Star Harvester, and the Fallen arrives on Earth. As Devastator begins to uncover the Harvester (hidden in one of the Pyramids of Giza), the recruit recovers the Matrix and takes it to the Fallen, who is pleased with his efforts. He then goes on to destroy Optimus Prime. This feat catches the Fallen's eye, and he proclaims the recruit his new right-hand, thus removing Megatron from the position. Megatron and Starscream both express their contempt for the recruit before the story ends.

==Characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|nonumbering=true
|c1=
*[[The Recruit (Autobot)|Autobot Protoform]]<ref name="name">name derived from credits</ref> ([[James Arnold Taylor]])
*[[Optimus Prime (Movie)/games|Optimus Prime]] ([[Peter Cullen]])
*[[Bumblebee (Movie)/games|Bumblebee]] ([[Mark Ryan]])
*[[Breakaway (ROTF)|Breakaway]]
*[[Sideswipe (Movie)|Sideswipe]]

|c2=
*[[The Recruit (Decepticon)|Decepticon Protoform]]<ref name="name"/> ([[James Arnold Taylor]])
*[[Megatron (Movie)/games|Megatron]] ([[Frank Welker]])
*[[Starscream (Movie)/games|Starscream]] ([[Charlie Adler]])
*[[Sideways (ROTF)|Sideways]] ([[John DiMaggio]])
*[[Barricade (Movie)|Barricade]]

|h3=
Non-Playable|c3=
*[[The Fallen]] ([[James Arnold Taylor]])
*[[Devastator (ROTF)|Devastator]] ([[Fred Tatasciore]])
*[[Soundwave (ROTF)|Soundwave]] ([[Peter Jessop]])
*[[Grindor (ROTF)|Grindor]] (Fred Tatasciore)
*[[Ironhide (Movie)|Ironhide]] ([[Jess Harnell]])
*[[Ratchet (Movie)|Ratchet]] ([[Robert Foxworth]])
*[[Jetfire (Movie)|Jetfire]] ([[Clive Revill]])
*[[Scorponok (Movie)|Scorponok]]
}}

==Reception==

{{stub}}

==Notes==
*Some of the weapons in the game re-use sound effects from the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|Generation 1 cartoon]].
*Bumblebee speaks normally in this game.
*Most of the SFX from the old game are re-used for this one (i.e. Create-a-bot's and Starscream's grunts when they jump or attack).
*Barricade is playable in the game, despite not appearing in the film itself.
*Ironhide, despite having a movie accurate head portrait, he reuses his [[Transformers Autobots/Decepticons]] model, with a body that isn't accurate to his movie appearance.
*The [[Omnibot Warrior]], [[Protectobot Warrior]], and the [[Combaticon Warrior]] appear as playable body-types for both games, but the player can only pick one. The other body-types' heads during dialogue sequences are based on the Omnibot Scouts, Seekers, and the concept art for the [[Combaticon Scout]].

{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://www.transformersgame.com Official website for Transformers: The Game]
{{DEFAULTSORT:Autobots/Decepticons}}
[[Category:Revenge of the Fallen games]]

2024-06-22T15:33:32Z

AutobotMMX: /* Transformers references */

{{Comicstory
|seriesissue=''[[Transformers (2023 comic)|Transformers]]'' #5
|prev=Transformers (2023) issue 4
|next=Transformers (2023) issue 6
|image=Transformers 2023 5 Cover A.jpg
|caption=''Now this... is PEAK.''
|title=
|publisher=[[Image Comics]] [[Skybound Entertainment]]
|date=[[February 14]], [[2024]] (physical) [[February 21]], [[2024]] (digital)
|coverdate=February 2024
|written by=[[Daniel Warren Johnson]]
|art by=Daniel Warren Johnson
|colors by=[[Mike Spicer]]
|letters by=[[Rus Wooton]]
|editors=[[Sean Mackiewicz]] & [[Jonathan Manning]]
|continuity=[[Energon Universe]]
|chronology=
}}

'''The ranks of Autobots and Decepticons grow as each side prepares to mount an offensive against their enemies.'''

==Synopsis==
[[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] and [[Sparkplug Witwicky|Sparky]] each reflect and share their experiences in their respective wars. Sparky asks Optimus, who has seen so much more than he ever will, why it has to be like this, but Prime solemnly laments that even he isn't sure. Staring at his reflection, with [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]'s arm replacing his missing one, Prime wonders aloud if he's becoming the very thing he fights against.

[[File:TF2023 no. 5 – Starscream chews out Reflector.jpg|left|thumb]]
In the ''[[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'', the [[Decepticon]]s use [[Teletraan I]], now rebuilt using parts from [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]]'s body, to rebuild their fellow soldiers. Upon revival, [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]] is horrified to see what's become of Skywarp, but [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] reassures him that Skywarp sacrificed himself for the greater good of the Decepticons. [[Laserbeak (G1)|Laserbeak]] alerts [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] that the [[Autobot]]s have discovered their source of energy, so Starscream decides to lead Soundwave, Thundercracker, and the newly-revived [[Frenzy (G1)|Frenzy]] and [[Reflector (G1)|Reflector]] to attack.

At the local dam, Sparky helps [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]] and a newly revived [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]] (currently using only half his body due to their limited resources) to turn the water from the dam to power an [[energon]]-generating turbine. Wheeljack offers to repair Optimus, but Optimus insists on using their energy supply to help restore their fellow warriors, reviving [[Arcee (G1)|Arcee]] next. Arcee is happy to be back, but the Decepticons' attack interrupts the joyous occasion. [[Reflector (G1)|Reflector]] tries to attack Optimus, but is swiftly obliterated by his [[fusion cannon]]. Starscream rails at Prime for taking something "precious" to the Decepticons, but Optimus balks at this, taunting that Starscream fears the cannon as he feared its previous wielder. An enraged Starscream turns his [[null-ray]]s on the water turbine and destroys it, but is ultimately forced to retreat when Prime blasts him with the fusion cannon.

With their number bolstered and the Decepticons retreating, Prime decides now to retake the ''Ark''. Sparky decides to join them and [[Carly (G1)|Carly]] asks to go as well, but both Optimus and Sparky refuse, not wanting her to get hurt like [[Spike Witwicky (G1)|Spike]]. Optimus orders the Autobots to roll out, but Cliffjumper decides to sneak Carly into his driver's seat, feeling she deserves to be there when they finally stop the Decepticons for good. Night falls as the Autobots arrive at the ''Ark'', but as they approach the ship, they are beset by a convoy of green construction vehicles. A repaired Starscream appears and gloats that he knew the Autobots would follow them back to the ship. He then orders the [[Constructicon (G1)|Constructicons]] to do what they do best: merge and form [[Devastator (G1)|Devastator]]!

{{--}}

==Featured characters==
Characters in ''italic text'' appear only in flashbacks. 
{{Featuredcharacters
|c1=
* ''[[Blaster (G1)|Blaster]]'' (2)
* [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] (3)
* ''[[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]]'' (4)
* ''[[Perceptor (G1)|Perceptor]]'' (5) (see “errors” below)
* [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]] (13)
* [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]] (14)
* [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliffjumper]] (15)
* [[Arcee (G1)|Arcee]] (17)
* [[Jazz (G1)|Jazz]] (19)
* [[Trailbreaker (G1)|Trailbreaker]] (21)

|c2=
* [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] (6)
* [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] (7)
* [[Ravage (G1)|Ravage]] (8)
* [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]] (9)
* [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]] (10)
* [[Frenzy (G1)|Frenzy]] (11)
* [[Reflector (G1)|Reflector]] (12)
* [[Laserbeak (G1)|Laserbeak]] (18)
* [[Rumble (G1)|Rumble]] (20)
* [[Long Haul (G1)|Long Haul]] (23)
* [[Scavenger (G1)|Scavenger]] (24)
* [[Scrapper (G1)|Scrapper]] (25)
* [[Hook (G1)|Hook]] (26)
* [[Bonecrusher (G1)|Bonecrusher]] (27)
* [[Mixmaster (G1)|Mixmaster]] (28)
* [[Devastator (G1)|Devastator]] (29)

|c3=
* [[Sparkplug Witwicky|"Sparky" Witwicky]] (1)
* [[Carly (G1)|Carly]] (16)
* ''[[Jimmy Witwicky]]'' (22)
}}

==Quotes==
"It is good to be back in focus, Starscream! Where is Meg--" 
"Stay focused on the ''enemy'', Reflector! These filthy Autobots want to take what makes our pistons move freely!"
:—'''Reflector''' accidentally gets on '''Starscream''''s nerves.

"How many of [[Seeker (body-type)| those planes]] '''are''' there?" 
"Too many--"
:—'''Carly''' and '''Cliffjumper''' are tired of all the [[Seeker (body-type)|Seeker]] [[redeco]]s.

"I don't know who you are, but if ''Optimus'' cares about you-- then ''I'' care, too."
:—'''Arcee''', rescuing Carly

"Prepare yourselves for '''ISO''', Autobots!!! '''I'''nstant '''S'''uffering and '''O'''blitera- Oh- ''Oh dear.''"
:—'''Reflector''' realizes how fragged he is.

"'''YOU!''' Taking something so precious and using it for your own evil purpose!" 
"'Precious'? Are you sure this doesn't make you quake in your jets, Starscream? Last I remember, you were cowering in front of this very weapon. A constant reminder of what you'll ''never'' be."
:—'''Starscream''' and '''Optimus''', on Megatron's fusion cannon

==Notes==
===Continuity notes===
* We once again get flashbacks to Sparky's experiences in the war and the death of Jimmy Witwicky, both of which we saw in the opening pages of [[Transformers (2023) issue 1|issue #1]]. This issue also gives us our first proper look at Jimmy in a flashback panel to right before his launch.
* Optimus lost his arm back in [[Transformers (2023) issue 3|issue #3]] during his fight with Skywarp, with Ratchet replacing it with Megatron's in the last issue after taking it from the ''Ark'' back in issue #1. This also affects his vehicle mode, with one corner of the truck cab being grey and the fusion cannon replacing the smokestack.
* Ravage was shot by Optimus back in issue #1. At the time, it was not confirmed if he survived, but here it's revealed that he was only injured.
* We get more hints about what happened to Megatron before the crash of the ''Ark'', with Optimus saying he last saw Starscream cowering before Megatron’s fusion cannon.
* Optimus still seems to be reluctant to use Megatron's fusion cannon - he can be seen wielding his traditional [[ion blaster]] in the early parts of the dam fight. He drops it to obliterate Reflector with the cannon.

===Transformers references===
* Arcee and Ratchet are shown to have a close relationship, not unlike their [[Transformers Animated (cartoon)|''Animated'']] counterparts.
* Long Haul has the same vehicle form as his [[Long Haul (ROTF)|movie iteration.]]

===Real-world references===
* Jazz continues his use of musical references in his speech.
* Almost all of Reflector's speech is comprised of photography puns, including a fun new meaning for the abbreviation 'ISO'. (Which actually stands for International Organization for Standardization and relates to the sensitivity of a camera's sensor.)
* Reflector and Long Haul are each branded with logos saying Zony and Kat respectively. An obvious play on words for the real-life companies The Sony Corporation and Caterpillar Inc.
* Instead of a nondescript futuristic car, Arcee's alternate mode resembles a 2023 {{w|Lamborghini Revuelto}}.

===Errors===
* In a flashback to the war on Cybertron, Optimus is seen cradling a bot with details that mark him as being [[Perceptor (G1)|Perceptor]]. However, he is miscolored white and red.
* In the same flashback, Bumblebee is shown alongside Optimus, but while he retains his yellow color scheme, his character model is Cliffjumper's.
* As the Decepticons attack the dam, an offline Trailbreaker lies ready to be reactivated, but he's colored like [[Beachcomber (G1)|Beachcomber]].

===Other trivia===
* The digital release of this issue was delayed by a week, meaning that physical customers got it a week early.

===Covers===
* '''Cover A:''' Optimus sees his reflection in Megatron’s fusion cannon, by Daniel Warren Johnson and Mike Spicer.
* '''Cover B:''' Teletraan-1 reactivates the Decepticons, by [[James Stokoe]].
* '''Cover C (1:10 Copy Incentive):''' Connecting cover by [[Orlando Arocena]].
* '''Cover D (1:25 Copy Incentive):''' Cliffjumper and Carly stand in Starscream’s shadow, by [[Natacha Bustos]].
* '''Cover E (1:50 Copy Incentive):''' Optimus wields the might of Megatron’s arm and cannon, by [[Karl Kerschl]].

<gallery>
File:Transformers 2023 5 Cover A.jpg|
File:Transformers 2023 5 Cover B.jpg|
File:Transformers 2023 5 Cover C.jpg|
File:Transformers 2023 5 Cover D.jpg|
File:Transformers 2023 5 Cover E.jpg|
</gallery>

===Advertisements===
* The [[Cobra]] threat begins in ''[[Cobra Commander (comic)|Cobra Commander]]'' [[Cobra Commander issue 1|#1]]!
* Explore the Energon Universe in ''Cobra Commander'' [[Cobra Commander issue 2|#2]], ''[[Duke (comic)|Duke]]'' [[Duke issue 3|#3]], and ''[[Void Rivals]]'' [[Void Rivals issue 7|#7]].
* [[Renegade Game Studios]]' ''[[Transformers Deck-Building Game]]'', ''[[Transformers Roleplaying Game]]'', ''G.I. Joe Deck-Building Game'', and ''G.I. Joe Roleplaying Game''
* ''Invincible: Escape From Mars''
* Skybound Insiders

===Reprints===
* '''''Transformers Volume 1: Robots in Disguise''''' ([[May 8]], [[2024]]) ISBN 1534398171 / ISBN 978-1534398177 
** Collects issues #1–6.
** Trade paperback format.

* '''''Transformers Volume 1: Robots in Disguise'' Direct Market Exclusive''' ([[May 8]], [[2024]]) 
** Variant cover version of the above trade paperback, exclusively sold through the comic book direct market.

<gallery>
File:Transformers 2023 V1.jpg|'''''Volume 1: Robots in Disguise''''' – cover art by [[Daniel Warren Johnson]] and [[Mike Spicer]]
File:Transformers 2023 V1 DM Variant.jpg|'''''Volume 1: Robots in Disguise'' Direct Market Exclusive''' – cover art by [[Jonboy Meyers]]
</gallery>

==External links==
*

==References==
{{reflist|2}}

[[Category:Transformers (2023) issues]]